Notes and Editorial Reviews

This new album is released in celebration of the 70th birthday of cellist David Geringas. The artist writes: “It was drilled into me from an early age that at every concert the music must sound the same as it does the first time. Initially, while learning with my teacher, I could not understand that because I was playing all the pieces for the first time. But later, having frequently played many pieces, I saw the truth behind this idea. Unlike other forms of art, such as painting and literature, music itself cannot be enjoyed as an object, as books and paintings can. A piece of music exists only when it is being played and can be heard. You must be able to play the piece as if you have only just discovered it. It will then soundRead more particularly convincing…Whenever a listener sits before me, it is important to intrigue him so that he gets the most out of my performance to him. I think it’s important to embrace the moment, which I believe can never be the same again.” Read less